Pan African Visions
Obasanjo/Jonathan rift, governors’ defection, National Conference, others to shape Nigeria’s politics in 2014
Festus Owete* As Nigeria moves towards the 2015 general elections, several factors could influence and determine the country’s…
African Solutions for African Problems – The Real Meaning
By Prof George Ayittey* Ever since I coined the expression “African solutions for African problems” in 1993, it…
"Embrace a new spirit of patriotism."-Biya to Cameroonians in new year message
My dear compatriots, The year 2013 gave Cameroonians genuine reasons to feel satisfied, thus paving the way for…
“Let’s Work For national unity, peace, stability and progress” –Jonathan Urges Nigerians In New Year Message
I greet and felicitate with you all as we enter the year 2014 which promises to be a…
9 questions about South Sudan you were too embarrassed to ask
Max Fisher* Friends turn Foes:President Salva and former Vice President Machir South Sudan's crisis began just two…
Never take unity for granted
By Atiku Abubakar* As we mark the centenary celebration of the amalgamation of the Lagos colony with the…
2014 is for wealth creation, development — Museveni
Uganda and the neighbouring countries near the coast. I must salute President Uhuru Kenyatta because, in the short…
Why Al-Mustapha and I are plotting a tsunami – Dokubo-Asari
Aderonke Ogunleye* Asari Dokubo Mr. Dokubo-Asari says those opposing the president are wasting their time as the…
Mali ex-president Amadou Toure in high treason probe
Mali has announced plans to investigate former President Amadou Toumani Toure for high treason. The office of…
South Sudan Offers Olive Branch To Rebels, Releases Prisoners
South Sudan said on Friday it was ready for a ceasefire and would release eight of 11 senior…
Communique Of The 23rd Extra-Ordinary Session Of The IGAD On The Situation In South Sudan
27th of December 2013 The IGAD Assembly of Heads of State and Government held its 23rd Extraordinary Summit…
Nigeria :Is APC the New PDP?
By Chido Onumah* I have refrained from commenting on the pact between the All Progressives Alliance (APC) and…
Mandela’s death shines uncomfortable light on South Africa’s ANC
By Justice Malala* After 10 days of mourning and thousands of emotional eulogies and speeches, South Africa…
South Sudan crisis: East Africa leaders to hold emergency talks
East Africa's leaders are to meet in Kenya to discuss growing violence in South Sudan, where more…